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H.RES.896: Recognizing the need to pursue research into the causes, a treatment, and an eventual cure for primary lateral sclerosis, supporting the goals and ideals of Primary Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Dec. 19, 2007
- Latest Major Action July 30, 2008
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
120 (115 Democrats, 6 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Recognizes the need to continue research into the causes, treatment, and a cure for primary lateral sclerosis.Commends: (1) hospitals, community clinics, educational institutes, and other organizations that are working to increase awareness of, and conducting research for methods to help patients suffering from, the disorder; and (2) the Spastic Paraplegia Foundation for its efforts to educate, support, and provide hope for individuals who...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
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Considered under suspension of the rules.
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 896.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
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| Dec. 19, 2007 |
Introduced in the House by Joe Baca (D-Calif.) |